Content Design Assistant & Copywriter (Part-Time, In-House)

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Pay: £15–£16 per hour

(Full-time equivalent: £29,250–£31,200, prorated to 24 hours per week across 4 days)

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:30am–3:30pm

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Design Assistant to join our growing digital marketing agency based in St Albans. We specialise in social media and website builds for construction and trade businesses and require a designer who can help bring our clients’ work to life with clear, engaging and consistent visuals.

This permanent, part-time position is well suited to someone looking to apply and develop their skills across a variety of brands and formats within a collaborative and supportive team.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please complete the application and provide your portfolio, CV and a cover letter.

Please note that applications without all three requirements will not be considered.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for producing social media graphics using Canva, combining client-supplied imagery with your own designs while working within existing brand guidelines. Most work will be digital, although there may occasionally be opportunities to create printed materials or branded collateral.

The role also involves caption writing for social media posts. You will not be client-facing but will have access to all content and assets provided by clients. You will work closely with one of the company directors, who leads the content creation side of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Create social media posts and graphics for multiple client brands using Canva.
• Work within established brand guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Support with ad-hoc design tasks as required.
• Design branded materials such as brochures, flyers, signage and other digital or print assets.
• Create short-form video content or Reels using supplied imagery and footage on apps such as CapCut.
• Write captions in a set format, with an expectation to learn about clients and their projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficient in Canva.
• Strong understanding of visual layout, balance and brand consistency.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a positive, adaptable attitude.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and apply feedback constructively.
• Fluent in English, with exceptional written communication skills and a proven ability to produce error-free copy with accurate spelling and grammar.

Desirable but Not Essential

• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator or other design software

Working Hours & Location

• 24 hours per week across four days (Monday - Thursday, 9:30am–3:30pm)
• Permanent role based in AL4, St Albans, Hertfordshire
• This is an office based role

Reporting & Team Structure

• Reports to the company directors
• Works closely with the content director
• Small, collaborative team in a growing and creative business

Progression & Development

As the business grows, we are looking for someone who can grow with us. For the right person, there is the opportunity to progress into a Senior Designer role in the future, supporting new team members with their development.

Contract & Review

• Includes a probation period, during which targets will be set and reviewed.
• Progress reviewed quarterly to ensure expectations are met and to support ongoing development.

What Success Looks Like

In the first few months, you will grow confident in daily design and copywriting tasks, work independently with minimal input and begin contributing ideas to improve design processes and workflows. Over time, you will take on a broader creative role within the team.

Development Opportunities

We are committed to helping the right person grow within the business. Opportunities include:

• Upskilling in website creation, development and editing.
• Training in Reels and short-form video content.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking